Waldo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Waldo Foundation is a private foundation in Durham, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,800 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,700 and the largest $1,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$6,800
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,700
- Largest grant$1,700
- Assets$137,904
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $6,800 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,400 | 5 | $121,878 |
| 2024 | $6,800 | 5 | $133,831 |
| 2025 | $6,800 | 5 | $137,904 |
How to apply
Waldo Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Waldo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $5,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham County Public Library | Youth program | $1,700 |
| Boys and Girls Home of NC | Youth program | $1,700 |
| Acting for Young People | Youth program | $1,700 |
| Davenport A School | Youth program | $850 |
| Northwest Cary YMCA | Youth program | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- David Dodd
- Barbara Bertram
- Pam Dodd
- Mark Christy
- Daphne D Scott
- Wallace R Dodd Jr
Questions people ask
Does Waldo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Waldo Foundation give?
$6,800 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,700.
Who runs Waldo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Dodd (President, T), Barbara Bertram (Secretary, D), Pam Dodd (Director) and Mark Christy (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Waldo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.